Sunday, April 26, 2009

My youngest has food allergies and when it comes time for birthdays I feel so bad for her. Well I did until we found this recipe which I have had for awhile but got it just right enough to share. All the girls have approved as well as the hubs.

Mix all dry ingredients then add the wet and mix until smooth. Bake @ 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes in a Large Muffin or 18 for a small muffin pan if making cupcakes and if you are making a cake be sure to check it around 20 minutes. The key is to not over bake them otherwise they are too dry and these should be very moist.

I received this recipe from a friend and tweaked it just a little and now my little one can enjoy cake too.

For dairy free frosting: I use a couple of Tablespoons of Smart Balance Light ( the light doesn't have whey but the other one does ) and powdered sugar. I don't measure but it was probably like a 1/2 of cup or so of sugar.

Wednesday, April 22, 2009

I was just smitten but now I am in love:I hate cooking rice on the stove top - it never comes out right. Not done or too done, even with a heat deflector. So I bought this and rice is perfect - every time. I was smitten when I did white rice but I fell in love when I cooked brown rice. So easy, and easy to clean with no spill over or mess on the counter. Fantastic find. Want to check it out, go here.

Us In A Peapod

Amy - Just a mama of three who likes to cook (especially for a crowd) loves to bake (pies are my favorite) and never can seem to follow a recipe, even my own. My kids are my greatest critics and fans. I am addicted to kitchen gadgets and cook books. This is my way of sharing my family favorites, new finds and tips I have learned along the way. Enjoy, Share and don't forget "to eat your peas"!